Arrangement 
Over 123,000 book volumes are in open shelving for users to browse and select materials.
The call number is the location for the books, which are classified according to the Library of Congress classification system, (combination of letters and numbers). The key to locating books is the online catalog.

Circulation Policies 
The Circulation Desk is the primary service point. 
Ask for assistance here, at the Student Assistant desk, or the library offices.
Your ID is required to borrow materials. 
Book checkout is for three weeks for students. The faculty may checkout books for the semester.
Renewals are available via the online catalog, or by returning to the Circulation Desk.
Fines are 10 cents per day per book (cut in half if paid when the book is returned).
Reserve items are chosen by the teacher for in-library use or short loan periods -- fines are 25 cents per day per book.
Fines $1.00 or above still owed the last class day of each semester are doubled and applied to the student's account by the Business Office. This amount must be paid along with any other fees owed to obtain a transcript. 
Lost books are assessed the cost of the book + an inflation fee + a nonrefundable processing fee. If the lost book is returned, the Business Office credits the student account for the book cost. Reference books, periodicals, microforms, and newspapers are in-library use only. 
Interlibrary loan is available for items not owned by LCU - see the ILL information guide for procedures.

Printing/Copying 
Self-service copiers are located in the Circulation and Moody Collection.
Students have a copy/printing account accessed by code.
Microfilm & microfiche printers cost 10 cents per copy - need dimes to operate.

Periodicals 
The library receives about 500 subscriptions in print and microform. 
Periodical titles are listed in the online catalog with holdings location: current, 4th floor back issues, microfilm or microfiche.
All periodicals are shelved alphabetically by title.
Current issues of paper subscriptions are located in the gallery area.
Bound and unbound back issues of paper subscriptions are located on the 4th floor.
Microfilm and microfiche titles are located in cabinets in the Moody Collection. 
Current lists of subscriptions are attached to online Research guides.

Online Resources 
The online catalog lists all books with author, title, subject and keyword search.
Appoximately 55,000 ebooks are available for current students, faculty and staff. 
Online catalog is available 24/7 except Wednesday 5-9:00pm for maintenance. 
Over 100 databases help locate journals, magazines, newspapers and other sources - some include full-text articles. See the Find Articles page.
The library web page accesses the online catalog, research guides by topic, staff contact information, and information on how to research.
Online Research guides assist in locating books, key databases and recommended web sites. 
Topical research instructions are available in print near the Circulation Desk.

Other Information 
The Librarians coordinate with the faculty for classroom instruction in library research, as well as giving individual assistance as needed.
Library facilities are provided for the use and comfort of the students and faculty. 
A quiet study area is near the elevator when the Writing Center is closed. 
Water fountain and restrooms are located near the entrance in the Koffee Kup.
There is no public or pay telephone.

Library Hours 
Hours are posted on the library web page and the front door.  Hours vary at the start of each semester and holidays due to the availability of student assistants.   

Student Employees
The library hires a number of students in order to be open the late nights and weekends.
To be considered for employment, students must be eligible for work study funds.
Interviews for student helpers are held at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters.
Click here for more information and the student assistant job description.